Musical Attractions

The Jackson Area Plectral Society

Attracting visitors to the Casey Jones Village now for 25 years from all over Southwest Tennessee and beyond. Old-time Musicians gather each and every Thursday night in the village for the purpose of preservation and promotion of our areas traditional old-time music. For details go to www.freewebs.com/jacksonareaplectralsociety

Jaxon Records

215 W Lafayette, Jackson TN 38301; (731) 256-1831; www.jaxonrecords.comWhether you want to just come in and sing “Blue Suede Shoes”, “Mona Lisa”, or some other timeless classic to pre-recorded band tracks that were recorded right here in Jackson, sing to blues, gospel, country karaoke tracks, or if you want to bring your band in to rehearse, record, or come in to do a video of yourself or band, Jaxon Records Recording Studio will provide you with a great experience. Jaxon Records Recording Studio is committed to preserving and catering to, not only the bevy of music talent from the Jackson community, but also to providing an excellent recording plant for singers and musicians from all over the world. Come record with us and feel that Jackson vibe.

Sleepy John Estes’ Home

121 Sunny Hill Cove, Brownsville, TN 38012; (731) 772-2193Home of one of the world’s most famous blues musicians that has been partially reconstructed on site at the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center and filled with photographs and momentos of Sleepy John and Brownsville blues men Yank Rachell and Hammie Nixon, who performed with Sleepy John Estes.

International Rock-a-Billy Hall of Fame & Museum

105 N Church Street, Jackson, TN 38301; (731) 427-6262; E-Mail: rock@rockabillyhall.org; Web Site: www.rockabillyhall.orgLocated in Rock-a-Billy Complex, The International Rock-a-Billy Hall of Fame and Museum is a resource center dedicated to preserving and promoting Rock-a-Billy Music. The Hall of Fame recognizes the pioneers of the music while the Museum displays the memorabilia reflecting its heritage. Rock-a-Billy Complex includes the Hall of Fame & Museum, Rock-a-Billy Alley, and Rock-a-Billy Park where a Rock-a-Billy History mural showcases Jackson’s music history and outdoor concerts are held. International Rock-a-Billy Music Festival featuring the pioneers and the developing artists of Rock-a-Billy Music is held each year. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Other times available by appointment only.

Parker’s Crossroads Music Highway Amphitheatre

Hwy. 22, Parkers Crossroads, TN 38388; (731) 968-1191;Web Site: www.parkerscrossroads.orgPerformances are posted on the web site. The amphitheater is located 1/2 mile north of I-40 Exit 108 on Hwy. 22 in the Parkers Crossroads City Park.